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2008 Yamaha V Star 250

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2008 Yamaha V Star 250
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2008 Yamaha V Star 250 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type  Cruiser
BASE MSRP(US)  $3,599.00
Warranty  12
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Engine:  
Engine Type  V Twin
Cylinders  2
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Cooling  Air
Valves  4
Valves Per Cylinder  2
Valve Configuration  SOHC
Bore (mm/in)  49 / 1.93
Stroke (mm/in)  66 / 2.6
Displacement (cc/ci)  249 / 15.2
Compression Ratio  10.0:1
Starter  Electric
Battery Amp Hour  10
Fuel Requirements  Regular
Emissions Standards  Standard Emissions
Ram Air Induction  No
Fuel Type  Gas
Carburetion Brand  Mikuni
Fuel Injector  No
Carburetor  Yes
Number Of Carburetors  1
Carburetor Size (mm)  26
Carburetion Type  Carburetor
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)  2.643 / 1.684 / 1.261 / 1 / 0.821
Reverse  No
Wheels & Tires:  
Wheels Composition  Steel
Tube / Tubeless  Tubed
Front Wheel Width (in)  3
Chromed  Yes
Front Wheel Diameter  18
Rear Tire Width  130
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  90
Rear Tire Speed Rating  V
Rear Wheel Diameter  15
Front Tire (Full Spec)  3 X 18
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  130/90 VR15
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)  11.1 / 282
Front Caliper Pistons  2
Rear Brake Type  Drum
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)  5.1 / 130
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)  1.3 / 33
Front Travel (in/mm)  5.5 / 139.7
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  3.9 / 99.1
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  2
Air Adjustable  No
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Length (ft)  7.18
Width (in/mm)  32.1 / 813.3
Height (in/mm)  44.9 / 1140.5
Wheelbase (in/mm)  58.7 / 1491
Rake (degrees)  32
Trail (in/mm)  4.72 / 120
Turning Radius (ft)  9.2
Ground Clearance (in/mm)  5.7 / 144.8
Length (ft/ft)  7
Length (ft/in)  2
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)  302 / 137
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)  324 / 147
Payload Capacity (lbs/kgs)  432 / 196
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  2.5 / 9.5
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)  0.69 / 2.6
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)  0.82
Seats:  
Seat Type  Two-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Material  Vinyl
Seat Location  Driver and Passenger
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  27 / 685.8
Number Of Seats  2
Detachable Passenger Seat  Standard
Grab Rail or Strap  Standard
Exterior:  
Frame  Steel
Body Material  Plastic
Hand Grip Material  Rubber
Foot Peg Location  Driver and Passenger
Brake Rotor / Caliper Guard  No
Drive Shaft Guard  No
Fork Guards  No
Saddle Bag Guard  No
Tank Guard  No
Belt Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Light Guard  No
Drive Shaft Cover  No
Side Cover  Yes
Starter Cover  No
Valve Stems  Yes
Brake Disc Cover  No
Carburetor Cover  No
Front Fender  Standard
Rear Fender Material  Plastic
Stand Type  Kick
Handlebars  Standard
License Plate  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Trip Odometer  Standard
Speedometer  Standard
Pricing:  
Warranty (Condition)  Limited
Zero Price Schema  0
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Cruiser
Manufacturer Country  Japan
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age  16
MIC Model Segment  ON-HWY Cruiser 0-600cc
Paint & Finish:  
Metallic  No
Convenience:  
Handlebar Lock  Standard
Glass:  
Rearview Mirrors  Standard
Storage:  
Underseat Storage  Standard
Lockable Storage  Standard
Helmet Locks  Standard
Lights:  
Headlight Mounts  Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard

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